News & Inspiration
There are so many ways to share a home and these can be an inspiration to others. We also try to keep you up-to-date with new shared-housing options. If you'd like to contribute a story contact us. You can find a house sharing research summary here.
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House share website founders recognised at RESI
Three years after founding Cohabitas, co-founders are recognised for innovation in property.
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How do you find a flatmate?
There is probably no such thing as a perfect flatmate, but there are certain things to look out for. We outline a few important things to think about.
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What is Co-housing?
Gill Chapman started looking into co-housing as she wanted to start a project. She wrote this useful summary about what co-housing can be which others may find useful.
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Shared Lives: Why we decided to flatshare
Cohabitas asked two friends what led them to flatshare and what are their tips for success.
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Rent a room in your home
You can earn up to £7,500 tax free under the UK government’s Rent a room scheme
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Would you open up your spare room for a lodger?
BBC radio Essex interview with Cohabitas co-founder Nick Henley.
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The real-life Golden Girls
Three friends pooled their resources to by one house to live together in a co-housing arrangement
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Live-in Landlord Lodger Agreements
If you are considering renting out a room then you will need to decide what sort of tenancy agreement to have.
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